Name: XBR-000198 Brocade 16GB 16Gbps LWL Optical Transceiver Fibre Channel
Brand: Brocade
SKU: XBR-000198
Price: 29.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Brocade XBR-000198 16GB LWL Optical Transceiver is a specialized component designed to facilitate fast, reliable fibre channel communication in enterprise storage networks. It fits into SAN switches or host bus adapters and enables data transmission over longer distances than short-wave models, making it suitable for larger data center setups or campus environments.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	XBR-000198

Technical Information
Form Factor	SFP+
Media	SMF
Type	DFB
Protocols	16G Fibre Channel
Connector	LC Duplex
DOM Support	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 16GB long-wave optical transceiver is built for high-speed data transfer in storage area networks (SANs). Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, it enables fast and reliable communication between Brocade SAN switches and other compatible devices. IT professionals and network engineers typically use it to expand or maintain their fibre channel infrastructures with consistent performance. Key Features Operates at 16Gbps to handle demanding data workloads Long-wave laser supports extended communication distances Low power consumption helps reduce operating costs Plug-and-play design simplifies installation and upgrades Maintains high signal integrity for stable connections This transceiver is commonly deployed in data centers where robust and efficient storage networking is critical. It plays a key role in keeping data flowing smoothly between servers and storage arrays, supporting business continuity and data management needs without interruptions.

Use Cases
The Brocade XBR-000198 16GB 16Gbps LWL Optical Transceiver is primarily utilized in high-performance SAN environments where long-distance data transmission is critical. It is ideal for enterprise IT organizations and data centers that require scalable storage networking solutions across campus or multi-building facilities. How It's Used: Connecting storage clusters across geographically dispersed data center rooms to maintain high-speed Fibre Channel communication. Enabling SAN connectivity in large-scale virtualization environments where low latency and high throughput over distance are essential. Supporting enterprise storage area networks that span multiple floors or buildings within a corporate campus. Facilitating data replication and backup operations between primary and secondary storage arrays in disaster recovery setups. Integrating with Brocade SAN switches in rack deployments to enhance bandwidth for mission-critical applications. This transceiver helps sustain operational efficiency by ensuring reliable long-haul Fibre Channel connectivity, which supports the scalability and high-performance demands of complex storage infrastructures. Its compatibility with Brocade hardware simplifies deployment in environments requiring robust and extended SAN reach.

XBR-000198 Brocade 16GB 16Gbps LWL Optical Transceiver Fibre Channel

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